The Classic Ten

The Classic Ten
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Publisher : Penguin
Total Pages : 225
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ISBN-10 : 9781101098783
ISBN-13 : 1101098783
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Book Synopsis The Classic Ten by : Nancy MacDonell Smith

Download or read book The Classic Ten written by Nancy MacDonell Smith and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2003-10-28 with total page 225 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Nancy MacDonell Smith explores the origins, meaning, and remarkable staying power of the ten staples of feminine fashion: * the little black dress * the white shirt * the cashmere sweater * blue jeans * the suit * high heels * pearls * lipstick * sneakers * the trench coat Tracing the evolution of each item from inception to icon status, she reveals the history and social significance of each, from the black dress's associations with danger and death to the status implications of the classic white shirt. Incorporating sources from history, literature, magazines, and cinema, as well as her own witty anecdotes, Smith has created an engaging, informative guide to modern style.


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